Daniel E. Worrell
About Daniel E. Worrell
Daniel E. Worrell serves as the Assistant Vice President and Head of the Risk and Analysis Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in risk management, internal controls, and compliance, with a background that includes roles at FINRA, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, and the National Association of Black Accountants.
Work at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Daniel E. Worrell has served as Assistant Vice President and Head of the Risk and Analysis Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York since 2018. In this role, he develops internal controls policies and procedures aimed at enhancing organizational risk management. His responsibilities include coaching and training employees to mitigate operational and financial risks. Worrell's expertise is instrumental in strengthening the bank's risk management strategies.
Previous Experience in Risk Management
Before joining the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Worrell held various positions that contributed to his expertise in risk management. He worked as Deputy Chief Risk Officer and MTACC Internal Controls Officer at the State of NY Metropolitan Transportation Authority from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, he served as Director of Internal Controls at the same authority from 2012 to 2017. His experience also includes serving as an Arbitrator at FINRA from 2016 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Worrell holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Financial Management from Marist College, achieved between 1998 and 2000. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting and an Associate of Science (AS) in Business from CUNY Medgar Evers College, completing his studies from 1990 to 1994 and 1990 to 1993, respectively. His educational background supports his expertise in compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and knowledge of COSO frameworks.
Leadership Roles in Professional Organizations
Daniel E. Worrell has held significant leadership positions within professional organizations. He was the President of the Eastern Region for the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) from 2012 to 2016 and served as National Treasurer from 2016 to 2020. His involvement in NABA reflects his commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within the accounting profession.
Audit and Compliance Background
Worrell has a strong background in planning and managing audits across diverse industries. He worked as a Senior Examiner of Municipal Affairs at the Office of the NYS Comptroller from 1994 to 1999. His experience in internal audit roles, including as Global Internal Audit Supervisor at Avon from 2000 to 2004, has equipped him with the skills necessary to develop robust internal controls and compliance frameworks.